Valiant Dust

By Katharine Fullerton Gerould and Katharine F. Gerould

Book Overview

Valiant Dust is a novel written by Katharine Fullerton Gerould, published in 1921. The story is set during World War I and follows the life of a young American soldier named Dick Mercer. The novel explores the themes of love, sacrifice, duty, and the impact of war on individuals and society.Dick Mercer is a young man from a wealthy family who enlists in the army to fight in the war. He is sent to France and quickly learns the harsh realities of warfare. He meets and falls in love with a French woman named Jeanne, who is also affected by the war in her own way.As Dick fights in the trenches, he faces the challenges of survival, camaraderie, and the loss of friends. He also struggles with his own conscience as he questions the morality of war and the reasons for fighting.Throughout the novel, Gerould portrays the impact of war on individuals and society, as well as the sacrifices made by soldiers and their loved ones. She also presents a nuanced portrayal of the French people and their experiences during the war.Valiant Dust is a powerful and poignant novel that offers a unique perspective on World War I and its impact on individuals and society. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the war or the human experience of conflict.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163107476
• ISBN13: 9781163107478
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 356 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"